Nearly a century ago on September 16, 1920, the worst terrorist attack in American history until the 9/11 terror attacks was carried out in New York City. A bomb delivered via dynamite and horse-drawn carriage exploded in lower Manhattan’s financial district, killing 38 people and injuring 143 more. Jeff Glor looks back at the infamous crime, which no one was ever formally convicted for. Source
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Atlanta Falcons owner Arthur Blank on the experiences behind his new memoir
Atlanta Falcons owner Arthur Blank is coming out with a new memoir called “Good Company,” serving as a guide to business and life from a man who has spent over four decades running businesses. Aside from his NFL team, Blank owns the Atlanta United soccer team and PGA superstore, as well as having cofounded the Home Depot. He spoke to Dana Jacobson about the values he learned during his childhood, and how they fueled his success. Source
“The Pillars of Earth” author Ken Follett on his new novel
Ken Follett has sold more than 170 million books, including the acclaimed novel “The Pillars of Earth.” Now, Follett is out with a prequel titled “The Evening and the Morning,” a historical epic about the world emerging from the Dark Ages, a time of terror, back to something that resembles quality and class: the Middle Ages. Jeff Glor spoke to the groundbreaking author just outside of London. Source
Historic Afghanistan peace talks begin in Qatar
One of the first items on the agenda will be a permanent cease-fire. Protection of rights, particularly women’s, will also be high on the agenda. Source
Saturday Sessions: Phoebe Bridgers performs “I Know The End”
Phoebe Bridgers was just 22 when she made “Stranger in the Alps,” her acclaimed 2017 debut. Since then, she has been involved in collaborations with Conor Oberst and others. She also became a producer of albums herself, including her latest, titled “Punisher.” Bridgers joins “CBS This Morning: Saturday” to perform “I Know The End.” Source
Learning pods gain popularity amid pandemic but raise questions over equity
The majority of the country’s large school districts have opted for remote learning as coronavirus concerns persist, but some parents have taken a unique new approach to their child’s education called pandemic pods. They are a version of home schooling for small groups of students, sometimes led by teachers or tutors. However, as more companies pop up to organize these pods, a debate is brewing about equity. Meg Oliver reports. Source
Saturday Sessions: Phoebe Bridgers performs “Garden Song”
Phoebe Bridgers was just 22 when she made “Stranger in the Alps,” her acclaimed 2017 debut. Since then, she has been involved in collaborations with Conor Oberst and others. She also became a producer of albums herself, including her latest, titled “Punisher.” Bridgers joins “CBS This Morning: Saturday” to perform “Garden Song.” Source
Saturday Sessions: Phoebe Bridgers performs “Kyoto”
Phoebe Bridgers was just 22 when she made “Stranger in the Alps,” her acclaimed 2017 debut. Since then, she has been involved in collaborations with Conor Oberst and others. She also became a producer of albums herself, including her latest, titled “Punisher.” Bridgers joins “CBS This Morning: Saturday” to perform “Kyoto.” Source
Fauci says return to normal life may not be until late 2021
Six months after most of the U.S. began locking down, coronavirus cases are on the rise in 20 states. On Friday, more than 47,000 new cases were reported, bringing the country’s total number of infections to nearly 6.5 million. While more and more states are taking steps to reopen, Dr. Anthony Fauci is warning that it may be another year before things return to normal. Michael George takes a look at how several states are forging ahead despite the risks of the virus. Source
Trump awards Medal of Honor to soldier who helped free ISIS-held hostages
Sgt. Maj. Thomas Patrick Payne received the Medal of Honor from President Trump on Friday for his role in freeing hostages held by ISIS. He spoke to David Martin about the harrowing mission. Source